Your support is critical to our success. Gifts to the Department of Urban and Public Affairs help us continue our exceptional research and will support the development of outstanding graduates and professionals.

Urban and Public Affairs is an interdisciplinary field highlighting ideas and issues faced by urban communities. Combining methods and theories from a wide cross-section of social sciences including economics, political science, sociology, and geography, Urban and Public Affairs ties them all together by focusing on the urban component.

Over half of the world’s population already lives in cities, and the United Nations projects that by 2050 another 2.5 billion people will be living in urban centers. The way in which we plan, build, and manage our cities is imperative to the success of our collective future.

Our academic programs prepare students for careers in urban management, nonprofit management, and urban planning, just to name a few. Learn more about the degree offerings from Urban and Public Affairs here!